The Trump Organization sued the city of New York on Monday, after it ended its contract for a golf course at Ferry Point Park in the Bronx, in the wake of the attack on the US Capitol on January 6. In a lawsuit filed in state court in Manhattan, the company alleged wrongful termination of …
Monthly Archives: June 2021
Judge dismisses lawsuits against federal officials in Lafayette Square protest
On Monday, a federal judge dismissed a series of lawsuits filed against the federal government for its use of force to drive Black Lives Matter protesters out of Lafayette Square last year. U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich ruled that claims filed against local officers involved in forcibly dispersing the crowd on June 1, 2020, could go forward, …
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Bindi Irwin announces plans to step away from social media to focus on family and mental health
22-year-old television personality and conservationist Bindi Irwin announced that she is stepping away from social media to focus on her family and mental health. Irwin shared the news on Instagram, alongside a photo of herself holding Grace Warrior, her 3-month-old daughter with her husband, Chandler Powell. Said Bindi: “Hi guys, just a note to say thank …
‘Friends’ star James Michael Tyler reveals stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis
James Michael Tyler, the actor best known for playing Central Perk’s sarcastic coffee shop owner Gunther on the the hit NBC sitcom Friends, has revealed he’s fighting stage 4 prostate cancer. The actor appeared on the Today Show to discuss his initial diagnosis in 2018, saying that because he didn’t catch the cancer early, it …
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Wiscasset Police Chief Issues Statement After Suspect Escapes After Arrest
Larry Hesseltine, the police chief of the Wiscasset Police Department has issued an apology after a handcuffed suspect escaped during a weekend traffic stop. Vlad D. Palli, 23, of Richmond was arrested and charged with among other things, operating under the influence. He ended up escape following an incident in Wiscasset, eventually being recaptured after …
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Maine Begins Program to Help Police + People with Disabilities
The state of Maine is launching a new program aimed at helping Mainers with disabilities stay safe. When a person with disabilities or cognitive impairment encounters a law enforcement officer, they can have a difficult time communicating pertinent information. This barrier can create a significant challenge for officers trying to help the individual. The Contact …
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Fatal Crash in Pownal
Steven McKay, 36, of Pownal was killed in a crash Sunday night, June 20, on the Hodsdon Road in Pownal. Police say he lost control of his pickup truck on a corner and hit a tree. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office says a Pownal man was killed in a crash Sunday night: https://t.co/JOuTtUTtr3 pic.twitter.com/CxkMi07TI7 — …
2021 Maine Fair Dates
After an unforgettable fair season in 2020 because of the pandemic, most local fairs are getting set to resume. Some will have condensed schedules, while others will be ready to bring back all the fun and excitement of Maine fairs. Please check links for each location for updated information. June 23–26 ~ Monmouth Fair July …
American Airlines cancels 100s of flights due to maintenance issues and staffing shortages
American Airlines has canceled hundreds of flights scheduled for the weekend and Monday due to staffing shortages, including employees out sick, as well as maintenance issues. The airline, the world’s largest, canceled 123 flights scheduled for Saturday, 178 for Sunday, and 97 for Monday, mostly involving Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft. American Airlines spokesperson …
Nine children and one adult killed in multi-vehicle crash in Alabama
Nine children and one adult were killed in a multi-vehicle pileup in Alabama. A father and his 9-month-old daughter were killed in one vehicle; Cody Fox, 29, and Ariana Fox were identified as the victims in a small SUV traveling from Marion County, Tenn. The eight other victims who died were in a bus carrying …
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